Correlates of SARS-CoV-2 anti-RBD IgG antibody titers among persons experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

People experiencing homelessness (PEH) have been especially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, likely due to increased vulnerabilities stemming from chronic diseases, substance use, and mental health conditions.

Design

A case-control study to assess the presence of antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 among PEH and associations with key variables.

Sample

A convenience sample of 97 PEH in Skid Row, Los Angeles.

Measurements

A structured questionnaire assessing socio-demographic, mental health, drug and alcohol use, health care access, pandemic stress, and other COVID-19-specific questions.

Results

We found high anti-receptor binding domain (RBD) IgG titers among five of 15 PEH who reported no prior COVID-19 diagnosis or being vaccinated, suggesting un

SUBMITTER: Nyamathi A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10210586 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May-Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature